Work in st st, keeping 3 sts in garter st at each end and inc'g 1 st at center every inch 5 (7-7-9) times.

Work even on 42 (44-46-48) sts until hood measures 10½ (11-11 ½- 12)".

Shape Top:

Row 1: K 21(22-23-24) sts, place rem'g sts on a holder.

Row 2: Bind off 7 sts, complete Row. Cont, to bind off 7 sts at inside edge once more, 7 (8-9-10) sts once. Work other side to correspond.

Finish; Sew top of hood; sew under-pockets in place. Sew straight edge of sleeve to armhole edge from marker to marker; sew under-sleeve and side seams.

Buttons (make 4): Sc over plastic ring until completely covered; fasten off, leaving a long strand. Turn outer edge to inside and weave tog. Sew a small pearl button in center; sew on buttons as shown.

Toggle (make 2): Ch 6", join with a slip st and fasten off securely. Twist and sew center. Button onto buttons as shown. Wet with cold water. Lay on a towel to measurements. Dry away from heat and sun. Do not block or press.